Advance File PhotoMembers of the Watoto Children's Choir from Kampala, Uganda, will perform in a Concert of Hope on March 26 at the Christian Pentecostal Church, Concord. All money raised will be given to the group.

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. -- The Staten Island Hindu Temple, Sunnyside, will be full of color this afternoon.

Members will mark Holi and celebrate the end of winter, a season that most Staten Islanders are happy to see go.

The festival is held on the last full moon day of the lunar month Phalguna and also is known as a social festival of colors. During the celebration, Hindus worldwide enjoy playfully decorating each other with colored powder and water.

The combination has a medicinal purpose, said temple devotee Jyothi Setty.

Members of the temple will only apply colors lightly to their faces. These colors are traditionally made from the flowers, leaves and roots of various plants, although, in recent years, synthetic colors also have been used.

The significance of this festival is linked to various myths and interesting stories. At the temple today, they will begin by worshiping Shri Krishna, an Indian God, at 4 p.m, followed at 6 p.m. by cultural events and a light, traditional Indian dinner.

The events are free. The temple, which also is known as Shree Ram Mandir, is located at 1318 Victory Blvd. For information, call Vimal Gupta at 718-720-6745.

SPRING CELEBRATION

The spring equinox will be the topic of worship tomorrow at the Unitarian Church of Staten Island, New Brighton.

In the pulpit at 10:45 a.m. will be the Rev. Susan Karlson, music director Dr. Carolyn Clark and Athena Huckaby.

The service will take its inspiration from earth-centered traditions with drum and dance, chanting and singing for a divine exploration of all things spring.

The church welcomes LGBTQ members and invites them to visit the website, Uucsi.org, for information.

The church is at 312 Fillmore St. Call 718-447-2204 or e-mail office@uucsi.org for information.

ST. ALBAN'S MUSIC

"A Way Back to Then" will be performed at a concert April 3, 3:30 p.m., at St. Alban's Episcopal Church, Eltingville.

The show will feature Holli Leggett, Eric Martin and Jason Andrews. Tickets are $25 for adults and $20 for senior citizens and students and may be purchased by calling 718-984-7756 or by visiting the web site, MusicatSaintAlbans.org.

A reception in the church's upper parish hall will follow the show, at 76 Saint Alban's Pl.

AFRICAN CHOIR

The Watoto Children's Choir from Kampala, Uganda, will present its Concert of Hope on March 26 at the Christian Pentecostal Church, Concord.

The 7 p.m. concert will be held in the church sanctuary and all proceeds from the free-will offering will go to the choir. The group's website is Watoto.com.

Christian Pentecostal Church is at 900 Richmond Rd. Call 718-273-5850 for information.

BLACK HISTORY

Celebrate Black History on March 27 with a "Grand Musical Extravaganza" at First Central Baptist Church, Stapleton.

There will be live music ministry by 2nd Chance band and other gospel music artists and choirs from the tri-state area will perform. The 4 p.m. concert is sponsored by Second Chance Gospel Music Convention, Inc., in partnership with STEPS.

Regular admission is $15, couples pay $25, children under age 15 are free, for patrons it's $50. The church is at 117 Wright St. Call 718-273-9274 for information.

MOUNT MANRESA EVENTS

Mount Manresa Jesuit Retreat House in Fort Wadsworth will continue its "Faith in the Dark" film and lecture series on Thursday.

At 7:30 p.m., the movie "Julie and Julia," will be screened. The comedy, starring Meryl Streep, Amy Adams, and Stanley Tucci, portrays how Julia Child's real life and cookbook inspired a fledgling writer to whip up 524 recipes in 365 days.

"What Happened to the Just War? Catholic Social Teaching on Peace and War" will be the topic of a talk by the Rev. Drew Christiansen on March 28. The Jesuit and editor-in-chief of America magazine will talk at 7:30 p.m. as part of the Centennial Speakers' Series. For information, call 718-727-3844, ext. 200, or visit the web site, Mountmanresa.org.

EGG HUNT

Tickets go on sale on Monday for the New Dorp Moravian Church Easter Egg Hunts.

The hunts will be at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. on April 23. The cost is $5 for children ages 1 to 10. Tickets must be purchased in advance from the church office at 2205 Richmond Rd., Monday-Friday, between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. For information, call 718-351-0090 or visit the web site, Newdorpmoravian.org.

DIABETES OUTREACH

Blessed Sacrament R.C. Church, West Brighton, will hold a diabetes outreach seminar on Tuesday. The 7 p.m. event in the parish center meeting room also is sponsored by Richmond University Medical Center and will include information about nutrition, fitness, weight management and everyday self care. To register, call the parish nurse at 718-447-9657.

FISH SUPPER

Christ Church New Brighton will host its annual fish supper in the parish house on April 1.

The menu will include home-made fried or baked fish, home fries, corn bread, coleslaw, hush puppies, tossed salad, dessert, tea and coffee, served from 6 to 9 p.m.

The dinner price for adult reservations made in advance is $10, children ages 6 - 11 are $5, or $35 for a family of four. Advance reservations may be made by calling the parish office at 718-727-6100 or visiting the web site Christchurchnbrighton.org. The church is at 76 Franklin Ave.

HEALING EVENTS

A healing Mass will be held on Tuesday, 8 p.m., at Our Lady Star of the Sea R.C. Church, Huguenot.

Anyone in need of physical, mental, emotional or spiritual healing is invited to attend and be prayed over. The church is at 5411 Amboy Rd. Call 718- 984-0593 for information.

Living Water Healing Center holds workshops and services each week in Meiers Corners.

Living Water Ministries is at 230 Livingston Ave. For information, call 718- 876-5860 or visit the web site, Livingwatermin.com.

BLOOD DRIVE

Oakwood Heights Community Church will hold a blood drive for the New York Blood Center tomorrow, from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

The Rev. Lawrence Sallee's sermon at the 10:30 a.m. service will be "I Know Nothing!" from the Gospel according to John.

For information, call 718-351-3667 or visit the web site, Myohcc.org. The church is at 345 Guyon Ave.

GOD'S CALL

The Rev. Art Pettersen, pastor, will conduct his sermon, "Follow God's Call," tomorrow at St. Paul-St. Luke Lutheran Church, Port Richmond. Worship is at 10:30 a.m. in the church at 186 Decker Ave. For information, call 718-442-7224.

Services are at 5:30 p.m. on Saturdays and 11 a.m. on Sundays. Sunday school begins at 11:15 a.m., following the children's sermon. Bible studies are from 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesdays and from 10 to 11:30 a.m. on Wednesdays. Morning prayer service is held at the church daily at 6 a.m. followed on Saturdays by a fellowship breakfast.

The church is at 7033 Amboy Rd. For information, call 718-984-1277.

VOICES ANNIVERSARY

The Rev. Dr. Frank Jones of the New York AME Zion Council Conference will be the guest preacher tomorrow morning at Shiloh AME Zion Church, West Brighton.

The Dunston Youth Choir will provide the music at the 11 a.m. service.

There will be a concert in the afternoon, as the Voices of Shiloh celebrates its 44th anniversary at 3:30 p.m. President Frances Sebbrins invites the community. Also scheduled to participate: First Central Baptist Church and Theresa Dowtin, mistress of ceremony; all Shiloh choirs; the Rev. Paul Young from St. Luke Baptist Church in Union, N.J.; St. Philip's Baptist Church combined choir, and Fellowship Baptist Church Divine Choir.

The Rev. Elizabeth Williams will deliver the sermon "Ladies of Faith, Our Journey," tomorrow as Faith United Methodist Church continues its Women's History Month celebration by honoring members of the Port Richmond congregation.

The service begins at 11 a.m., preceded by Sunday School at 10 a.m. and Lenten Bible study at 9:45 a.m. in the pastor's office.

The Church Council will meet at 6:30 p.m. on March 29. Faith UMC is at 221 Heberton Ave. For information, call 718-273-9666.

CALVARY SERVICE

"The Second Birth" will be the topic of Pastor Rev. Cathy L. Stilwell's sermon tomorrow at Calvary Presbyterian Church, West Brighton.

The 11 a.m. service will be based on John 3:1-15, in the church at 909 Castleton Ave. For information, call 718-981-5657.

PRAYING PARENTS

Tomorrow, Pastor John Picarello will preach a sermon titled "Annointed To Be Different, Part 2" at House On the Rock in Tottenville.

The service, with Holy Communion, starts at noon. Praying parents meets at noon on Tuesdays. Join or send prayer requests to hotrockchurch@msn.com. Rock House of Prayer is at 7 p.m. on Fridays. The church is at 7357 Amboy Rd.

CALVARY BOUND

The Rev. Melodee Bottari will continue her sermon series by delivering the message "Calvary Bound and Ready," at Olivet Presbyterian Church, West Brighton.

The worship service and church school classes for children and youth begin at 10 a.m. Nursery care is provided for infants and young children.

There will be a fellowship time following worship. The church is located at 97 Myrtle Avenue at Broadway.